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Civil rights leaders vow to fight Donald Trump’s ‘Jim Crow 2.0’ assault on DEI (exclusive)

“Donald Trump and his administration are clearly confused about American values,” NAACP president and CEO Derrick Johnson told The Advocate.

HRC Deletes Tweet Praising Chicago's Lesbian Mayor as Criticism Mounts

Mayor Lori Lightfoot is being attacked from across the political spectrum for her handing of policing during protests.

Florida Board of Education OK's Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies, Sanitized View of Slavery

The board expanded restrictions on lessons about LGBTQ+ identity and called for teaching that slavery benefited some African Americans.

Massive turnout at Democratic lawmakers’ town halls as Republicans hide from voters

The GOP struggles to defend the unpopular Trump administration’s policies.

Voters of Color Embrace Mail-in Option, Says HRC Survey

Substantial percentages of voters of color overall and LGBTQ ones say it's a good option for safety and avoiding voter suppression.

Gabrielle Union-Wade & Dwyane Wade Stand for Trans Rights at NAACP Awards

Wade spoke of the lessons he's learned by being the father of a trans girl.

Michelle Obama: We Must Do Everything Possible to Elect Joe Biden

The former first lady's speech capped the first night of the Democratic National Convention.

Where to Shop, Not Shop

Donald Trump had a big effect on where LGBT people should shop this holiday season.